In 2005-06 35% of income created by Arts Council England's (ACE) regularly funded music organisations came from the Arts Council's contribution, a marginally lower percentage than the Regularly funded organisation average (36%). However, subsidy per individual attendance was £10.80, higher than average, due to the relatively small audiences at music events.
Regularly funded organisations: key data from the 2005/06 annual submission, ACE, July 2007

In 2005 it was estimated that Glastonbury Festival's impact on the local economy could be over £50 million, including the £750,000 employers' income tax bill for the 1,100 people employed. 
Live Music Forum: Findings and Recommendations, Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), 2007

In 2004, London had five world class symphony orchestras and two opera houses.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2004, London was home to over 70% of the country's recording studios, two opera houses, five major orchestras, seven purpose built concert halls and 1650 music businesses.
Abramson, L. How it all works, Classical Music , 17 July 2004

London's music societies were estimated to be worth over £2 million in 2000.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2003, more than a quarter of UK annual music sales took place in London, and it was estimated that they generated £500 million per annum.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2003, 70% of all jazz album sales took place within the M25.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2000, 70% of the UK's recording studios were based in London.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2000, 90% of the UK's music business activity was based in London.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004